Question 1

What's the difference between Gardenia and Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

Gardenia is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Elizabeth Taylor (2003) dominated by White Floral accords. Pure Poison is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dior (2004) leaning on White Floral accords. They share 4 accords: White Floral, Lactonic, Animalic, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, Gardenia or Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Gardenia scores 4.00/5 vs Pure Poison at 4.04/5. On r/fragrance, Gardenia sits at 2.5/10 (negative) while Pure Poison is 6.8/10 (mixed). Gardenia's standout strength: Authentic gardenia scent inspiration. Pure Poison's standout strength: Unique velvety, enveloping character with clean notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Gardenia and Pure Poison smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Lactonic, Animalic, Powdery, Gardenia. Gardenia: Elizabeth Taylor Gardenia received overwhelmingly negative feedback from the r/fragrance community, with the original poster describing it as putrid and artificial despite liking the natural scent of gardenias. Pure Poison: Pure Poison divides the r/fragrance community with passionate fans calling it angelic, sensual, and versatile, while detractors find it chemical or overly powdery.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Gardenia or Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

Pure Poison: Long-lasting and good performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Gardenia vs Pure Poison?

Accepted Answer

Gardenia scores highest for spring wear; Pure Poison scores highest for winter wear. Gardenia leans daytime, Pure Poison leans daytime.

Gardenia vs Pure Poison

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru Gardenia (5)

Unice pentru Pure Poison (8)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Gardenia

Pozitiv

Negativ

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Pure Poison

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Gardenia	Pure Poison
Brand	Elizabeth Taylor	Dior
An	2003	2004
Evaluare	4.00	4.04
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	7	10